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Originally Posted by JaneYoung
I would like to congratulate John Wanninger. The Hilltoppers must be absolutely delighted.
I met John at the 2007 IRI when I turned in my 2007 IRI Word Search for a prize. I selected a Hilltopper teeshirt.  John and I spent some time talking about what it means to be a mentor on a FIRST team. His passion for working with teenagers and helping them develop into young role models in their own right was so evident. In a pit filled with hustle and bustle, noise, and hard work, this wonderful conversation unfolded, even though he had to get back to his team. As I was leaving the gym at the end of IRI, I saw John and went over to spend a few more moments listening to his wisdom. As I walked to my car, I had tears in my eyes, thinking about the impact this quiet man has on those whose lives he touches - even for a few moments.
I had tears in my eyes again today. They were of joy and celebration.
Congratulations again, John. All the best to you and to the team.
Jane |
I would like to congradulate him also. He was the reason I got into FIRST. When I was in 4th grade he found out about FLL. He got a group together and we started a team. He was the lead mentor of 2 teams after the first year, and for 3 years in a row, an FLL team he mentored made it to the world festival. If John hadnt found FLL, I think the amount of FIRST groups in the Milwaukee area would be completely different. Great Jobb!
Joey